At least 16 civilians were killed in a military air strike in north-western Nigeria’s Zamfara State, after being mistakenly identified as criminal gangs. The victims, according to local residents, were members of vigilante groups and civilians who had been actively defending their communities from armed gangs involved in kidnapping for ransom. The Nigerian military…
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Greenland Looks to Strengthen Ties with the US on Defence and Mining.
Greenland’s Prime Minister Mute Egede announced on Monday that the territory is seeking to enhance cooperation with the United States, particularly in the areas of defence and the exploration of its vast mining resources. Egede’s remarks come amid heightened interest from US President-elect Donald Trump in expanding America’s influence over Greenland, a move that could…
Drama Unfolds as NUP Rejects State Funeral for Ssegirinya.
The final send-off of Kawempe North MP, Muhammad Ssegirinya, was marred by scenes of drama and controversy, highlighting the tensions surrounding the deceased’s life and political affiliations. The unrest began when the National Unity Platform (NUP) party, led by its president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, commonly known as Bobi Wine, rejected the official state funeral arrangements…
Kidnapped Tanzanian Activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai Found Hours After Abduction in Nairobi.
Prominent Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai was found and released hours after being abducted by armed men in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, on Sunday afternoon. Tsehai, a fierce critic of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan and a staunch advocate for land rights and freedom of expression, shared a video on her social media platform, X…
Wildfires Continue to Rage Across Los Angeles, Claiming 16 Lives.
Firefighters in Los Angeles have made significant progress in combating some of the smaller wildfires, with one fire fully contained and another nearly extinguished. However, the two largest blazes continue to spread, creating a dangerous situation for residents and emergency crews alike. Despite these efforts, the strong winds forecasted for the coming days present…
Gun-wearing leader sparks concern at Ghana inauguration.
Burkina Faso’s military leader, Captain Ibrahim Traore, raised eyebrows at the inauguration of Ghana’s new president, John Mahama, on Tuesday, when he appeared with a holstered pistol at his waist. This move has sparked significant concern, with many questioning the breach of security protocols at such a high-profile event. Traore, who was one of 17…
Five U.S. Presidents Gather to Pay Tribute at Jimmy Carter’s Funeral.
On Thursday, January 9, a remarkable display of political unity took place at the Washington National Cathedral as five former and current U.S. presidents, alongside other notable political figures, came together to honor the late former President Jimmy Carter. Carter, who passed away at the age of 100 the previous week, was remembered by a…
Kawempe North MP Muhammad Ssegirinya Dies at 37.
The political scene has been shaken by the tragic news of Hon. Muhammad Ssegirinya’s death early this morning. The Member of Parliament for Kawempe North succumbed to complications resulting from an illness he developed while incarcerated. His passing comes after a long and difficult period, during which he was imprisoned under what many consider to…
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